SOTD Snow Equipment Rental
ID: H9242126QE011Type: Solicitation
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DEPT OF DEFENSEUS SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND (USSOCOM)HQ USSOCOMFORT LIBERTY, NC, 28310, USA

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Recreational Goods Rental (532284)

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LEASE OR RENTAL OF EQUIPMENT- RECREATIONAL AND ATHLETIC EQUIPMENT (W078)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
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    The Department of Defense, through the U.S. Special Operations Command (USSOCOM), is soliciting quotes for the rental of specialized snow equipment to support the Special Operations Training Detachment (SOTD) in Delta Junction, Alaska. The procurement includes a variety of items such as skis, bindings, touring skins, ski poles, ski boots, goggles, mountaineering tents, snowshoes, sleeping bags, sleeping pads, and avalanche safety equipment, all required for training exercises scheduled from February 2 to February 25, 2026. This equipment is crucial for facilitating winter training operations in the Alaskan wilderness, ensuring that personnel are adequately equipped for their Observer Coach Trainer (OCT) roles. Interested vendors should note that the total award amount is estimated at $9,000,000, with quotes due by December 19, 2025, at 12:00 PM local time, and all inquiries must be directed to SFC Samuel Capello via email by December 29, 2025.

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    This government solicitation, H9242126QE011, issued by HQ USSOCOM, is a Request for Quote (RFQ) for the rental of specialized snow equipment for the Special Operations Training Detachment (SOTD) in Alaska. The solicitation seeks various quantities of skis, bindings, touring skins, ski poles, AT ski boots, goggles, two-person mountaineering tents, snowshoes, sleeping bags, sleeping pads, and avalanche beacon/shovel/probe packages. The equipment is required for Observer Coach Trainer (OCT) training in the Alaskan wilderness during wintertime. Brand names are listed as examples, with similar or equal products authorized. The total award amount is USD 9,000,000.00. Quotes are due by December 19, 2025, at 12:00 PM local time. Delivery of all items is required by February 2, 2026, to Fort Bragg, NC, with the period of performance extending to February 25, 2026. The solicitation incorporates various FAR and DFARS clauses, including requirements for electronic payment via Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF) and provisions related to small business set-asides and prohibitions on certain telecommunications equipment.
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